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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

D. C. United and The Museum DC Team Up for Exciting New Merchandise

Imagine blending the spirit of a top sports team with the style of a trendy local brand. That's exactly what happened when D.C. United joined forces with The Museum DC to create a unique line of merchandise. This collaboration isn't just about selling stuff; it's about bringing together different wo

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Circle Scores French License for Euro Stablecoin

Cryptocurrency firm Circle made a big move on Monday. It got registered as an electronic money institution, or EMI, in France. This new license allows Circle to issue its stablecoins in compliance with the European Union's strict crypto rules. These rules are part of something called MiCA, which sta

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Failed D. C. Council Recalls: What Went Wrong?

Recently, two attempts to recall members of the D.C. Council due to rising crime rates in the District of Columbia have failed. These efforts targeted council members Charles Allen and Brianne Nadeau after a spike in crime in 2023 led to emergency measures being taken by both the council and Mayor M

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Jumps to Humans: What You Need to Know

Imagine this: two workers in California are now part of a growing list of people affected by bird flu. This virus, which started infecting birds back in March, has now made the jump to humans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says this isn't surprising, given how the virus works.

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Hits Farmworkers in California

Recently, two farmhands from California found themselves battling a case of bird flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed their illness after the California Department of Public Health initially reported them as presumptive positives. Fortunately, they only had mild sympto

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Sep 25 2024HEALTH

The Obesity Equation: A Shift in the Scales

For the first time in a decade, the alarming rate of obesity among American adults has finally hit the brakes. Or has it? While the overall obesity rate has plateaued, a new and concerning trend has emerged: severe obesity is on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has rece

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Sep 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Dark Knight's Next Chapter: A Look into the Future of Gotham

The world of The Batman is expanding, and fans are eager to see what's next for the Caped Crusader and his allies. Director Matt Reeves has been teasing the idea of an epic crime saga, and now, with the premiere of The Penguin, we're getting a glimpse into what that might look like. But what can we

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Sep 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Rise of the Underdog

In the shadow of Gotham City's devastation, a new era of power struggles emerges. The once-thriving metropolis lies in ruins, its citizens struggling to survive. Amidst the chaos, a peculiar figure rises to prominence - Oswald Cobb, aka the Penguin. With his disfigured face and steely determination,

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Sep 17 2024HEALTH

Suicide Prevention: A Stagnant Effort in the Face of Rising Numbers

The US has seen a steady increase in suicide rates over the past two decades, with 50,000 deaths by suicide reported in 2022 alone. Despite the implementation of national suicide prevention strategies, including hotlines, school curriculums, and telehealth services, the number of suicides continues

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

The Departure of a PR Maven: Justin Draper Leaves WBZ-TV, McDonald's Goes Cashless, and More in Business News

As we begin to explore the world of business, let's first take a trip to the world of television, where the President of WBZ-TV, Justin Draper, is leaving the station. Draper has spent nearly three decades with CBS, working his way up from a financial controller to the top spot. What's most striking

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